We all have to beware of when the modern conveniences and novelty become our little masters. Remembering that these things are just things to help us meet our other bigger goals of creativity and friendship.

Tivo for instance, is good to help you see a show you are interested in following, and even makes it shorter with the commercials removed. If it only makes you spend more time watching TV, then it has failed in it's mission, and has become your social planner.

For me it's all about personal connections.